Protect Working Musicians Act of 2026 empowers independent music creators to negotiate with dominant online platforms.
The Protect Working Musicians Act of 2026 aims to empower independent music creators to collectively negotiate with dominant online platforms over music distribution terms. The bill defines "Independent Music Creator Owners" as those earning less than $1 million in licensing revenues or qualifying as small businesses. It seeks to address the imbalance in market power, where dominant platforms exploit music creators by forcing unfavorable licensing agreements. The legislation provides a safe harbor for collective negotiations, ensuring they comply with antitrust laws.
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